More frequent service will be provided on many lines under the upcoming changes, including the 720 Rapid Line along Wilshire Boulevard. (photo by Edwin Folven)

Service changes for the Metro bus system go into effect on Sunday, Dec. 13. Metro is encouraging passengers to check bus schedules online for changes.

Metro makes service changes every June and December. This year, more changes are occurring than usual as Metro begins implementation of the NextGen Bus Plan, which will restructure the system, improve bus frequency, make trips faster and better serve riders. The NextGen Bus Plan was approved by Metro’s board of directors in October. The remainder of NextGen Bus Plan route changes will be implemented next June and December.

As part of this round of service changes, Metro is also adding trips to busier lines to help with physical distancing. No changes are occurring to Metro Rail.

More frequent services will be offered on many lines including the 720 Rapid Line on Wilshire Boulevard and the 212 Local Line on La Brea Avenue. Trips will also be added on Saturdays to the 720 Rapid Line.

Metro’s transit app indicates marked routes that are changing, being discontinued or receiving additional service. The app has a preview mode showing the service changes. To use it, tap “settings” (gear icon, top left corner), then tap the middle slider icon at the top of the screen. Under “Bus,” turn off “Metro” and turn on “Metro (starts Dec 13).” Then tap “Done.” The new setting will show the bus network starting Dec. 13.

For information and a full list of route changes, visit thesource.metro.net and metro.net.